The Dayle McIntosh Center (DMC) is a private, nonprofit organization which serves older adults and people with disabilities in Orange County. The Center was established in 1977 and is one of over 500 designated Centers for Independent Living in the United States. Our team of staff partner with the people we serve to address barriers in achieving independence and self-sufficiency. The majority of our staff and board members are individuals with disabilities and lived experiences.
DMC is looking for passionate leaders to be a part of our Board of Directors! Does this sound like you?
Desired qualities include:
- Commitment to improving Orange County for older adults and people with disabilities
- Ability to move the organization forward with solid business judgment
- Understanding of intersectionality, diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Initiative and follow through to ensure successful results
- Ready for leadership opportunity and responsibilities
- Represents the agency in a professional manner
- Communicates effectively and transparently
- Responsible, ethical, and accountable
- Solutions and goal driven
Desired lived experiences:
- Person with a disability, older adult or connection to these communities
- Members of the d/Deaf, Blind or low-vision communities
- Black, Indigenous and/or Person of Color (BIPOC)
- LGBTQIA+
Desired professional or volunteer experiences:
- Fundraising
- Budgeting and financial comprehension
- Attorney or legal background
- Human resources
To express interest or for questions – please contact Brittany Zazueta, Executive Director at bzazueta@daylemc.org or (714)621-3300 ext. 363.
DMC Board of Directors Membership Application 4.17.23
DMC Board of Director Recruitment Posting 2.2.2023
DMC Board Member Responsibilites and Duties 4.17.23
DMC Board Disability Declaration 4.17.23
